Human Resources Specialist

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Human Resources Specialist provides administrative support to the human resource function, including record-keeping, file maintenance and HRIS entry. May also provide administrative support to the office.

Salary Range: $45,0000-$60,000

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Human Resources Support:

• Performs customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions accurately and in a timely manner
• Processes required documents through HRIS
• Completes Forms I-9, verifies I-9 documentation and maintains I-9 files
• Submits online investigation requests and assists with new employee background checks
• Assists with the preparation of the performance review process
• Assists with recruitment processes, such as scheduling phone interviews or sending follow-up applicant correspondence
• Assists with the processing of terminations, unemployment claims, and employment verifications
• Schedules meetings as requested by the Human Resources team
• Maintains employee files
• Assists or prepares HR related correspondence as requested
• Prepares new employee files and maintains accurate employee files related to personal and work status affairs
• Conducts audits and generates reports in the HRIS system
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Working knowledge of human resource principles, practices, and procedures
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to function well in a high-paced environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field and/or equivalent experience. Experience may substitute for Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of two years of related experience

Additional Information

• This position will work directly in the field of Human Resources and will be supervised by a department leader
• Experience or the willingness to learn HR, Recruiting and Employee Administration and Coordination
• Familiarity with recruiting system software products use and administration (i.e. LinkedIn)
• Familiarity with HR recruiting laws, rules and regulations
• Excellent organizing, planning, and time-management skills
• Excellent MS-Office tools skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation. Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Attention to detail in composing and proofing materials, establishing priorities, using time efficiently and meeting deadlines
• Adaptable to changes in the work environment, managing competing demands and able to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events
• Dependable, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance
• Excellent spelling, grammar and written communication skills. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality
• Ability to work independently with little direction

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer